An established international manufacturer of specialised agrochemicals is seeking a Strategic Supply Planning and Procurement Manager to oversee supply planning and coordinate all local and global procurement activities, including logistics.
Minimum requirements for the role:
Must have a National Senior Certificate (Matric) as well as a Diploma / Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or any Agricultural field
Minimum 5 years' proven experience in procurement in a similar chemical or agrochemical manufacturing environment is essential
Solid working knowledge and understanding of relevant chemical or Agri industry supply chain markets and supply chain dynamics for commodities, specialities and pesticide actives
Proven experience with global sourcing, forex management processes, managing import logistics and cost determination and analysis
Must have experience in MRP systems such as Netstock/Dynamics/Power BI
Solid working knowledge of the working capital aspects of procurement such as stock cover, safety stock, payments terms and all such aspects is essential
Dynamics D365 experience will be an advantage
Must be self-motivated and energetic
Proficient IT skills are essential (Microsoft Office, ERP and Stock Management Systems)
Must have excellent communication, analytical and negotiating skills
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
Overseeing and coordinating all local and global procurement activities, including logistics aspects.
Adhering to authorization policies for all procurement activities and Limits of Authority.
Actively participating in the development and implementation of procurement strategies.
Continuously and proactively identifying improvement opportunities, including cost savings and working capital improvements such as inventory cover and payment terms, and planning and implementing these initiatives.
Continuously and proactively pursuing multiple supply options, including alternate suppliers and source regions, to ensure continuity and sustainability within the supply chain.
Negotiating prices and payment terms and establishing supply agreements where appropriate.
Maintaining the approved supplier list in line with company policy.
Proactively maintaining MRP systems data, including Neststock and Power BI.
Maintaining accurate and up to date in-store cost price listings at all times for all raw and packaging materials.
Proactively liaising with Sales to manage cost fluctuations and assisting with impact assessments prior to order confirmation.
Managing freight forwarders and related costs for imports and exports.
Proactively assisting with the management of excess stock levels.
Providing material source data in support of the registration process to the R&D and Regulatory departments.
Attending and participating in relevant company meetings.
Preparing reports as routinely required or requested by management.
Proactively assisting the Regulatory department in ensuring compliance with all procurement-related regulations within the highly regulated agricultural industry.
Complying with all SHERQ, job-specific and other rules and regulations as detailed in the policies and procedures of the Integrated Management Systems.
Demonstrating teamwork, good verbal and written communication skills, a high degree of self-discipline and confidentiality, and initiative.